1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1994 Mazda MX-3
To start off, 1994 Mazda MX-3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,845 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mazda MX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda MX-3 (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda MX-3 weights approximately 273 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda MX-3 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda MX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1994 Mazda MX-3 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Visa | MX-3 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1163 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |